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支
zhī
Description
“支”是一个量词，用来数细长的东西，比如一支笔或者一支歌。
"支" is a measure word used to count slender objects, like a 支 pen or a 支 song.
它也可以当动词，意思是拿出钱或者支持别人。
It can also be a verb meaning to pay money or support someone.
Meanings
支zhī
measure word for long thin objects, songs, teams
我买了一支新笔。
I bought a new pen.
支zhī
to pay out; to draw (money)
这个月他支了很多钱。
He spent a lot of money this month.
支zhī
to support; to prop up
用木头把桌子支起来。
Support the table with wood.
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Notes
- Nuance
as a measure word 支 counts pens, cigarettes, songs, and army/sports units.
- Etymology
pictograph of a hand holding a branch, giving senses of branch and support.
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